NORMA JEAN & EDWARD MEER APARTMENTS

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Contact Jackie Rosender

248-444-2430 jrosender@jslmi.org

THE JSL CZECH MEMORIAL SCROLL #749

By Jo Strausz Rosen

I traveled to Beachwood, Ohio, on Sunday, April 23, 2023, to participate in a very special event honoring a Holocaust Torah Scroll that resides in Prentis Apartments in Oak Park. The history behind this scroll will chill you. Never Forget.

Click the picture above for ticket info, to RSVP, donate, or general event information.

8/80 SPOTLIGHT:

JIM AUGUST

JSL is delighted to celebrate Jim August, his student, Rebecca Rabin, and all the special honorees this year at our 30th Anniversary gala luncheon. Join us in person at Congregation Shaarey Zedek, May 21, 2023. Contact nlupi@jslmi.org / 248-592-5098 for tickets and how you can honor the honorees with an ad in our ad journal.

We met Jim August in his artfully decorated and spacious high-rise condo, so much of the art from travels around the world or purchased in Detroit galleries. His wife Doris sat in on the interviews and provided color commentary. She is proud of the fact that she served on the first Eight Over 80 committee thirty years ago. Jim was born in 1935, in Detroit and grew up understanding that his family spent time giving back to the Jewish community. He feels it’s a responsibility and takes great pride in his volunteer work.

JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL

Jewish Senior Life is sponsoring

OUR (Almost Completely True) STORY. With LIVE on-screen talk-back with co-stars Mariette Hartley and Jerry Sroka led by Detroit's own Lila Lazarus.

A tall, aging shiksa showbiz icon meets a short, out-of-work Jewish voice actor in a bird store--what are the chances? Real-life showbiz couple Mariette Hartley and Jerry Sroka co-star in this delightful crowd pleaser featuring a "Who's Who" ensemble cast including Bernie Koppell, Tess Harper, Morgan Fairchild, John Rubinstein, Peter MacNicol, and Sam McMurray.

May 2 at 1pm at the Berman Center for the Performing Arts.

Buy tickets and check out the rest of the festival lineup at https://www.jccdet.org/filmfestival/.

AT HOME WORKOUT

A great seated or standing 20-minute workout. Includes stretching and flexibility boosters!

THIS WEEK'S RECIPE

Kosher in the Kitch:

Salmon Arugula Salad

A lighter springtime salad, the Salmon Arugula Salad is easy, light and delicious!

EDWARD I. & FREDA FLEISCHMAN RESIDENCE

Come see the JSL Difference!

Contact Janet Antin

248-967-4240 jantin@jslmi.org

JSL is joining other local Non-Profits at the Spring Career Expo. Join us at the 'J' on May 3 to discuss career opportunities!

CELEBRATING OUR GREATEST GENERATION!

Still Time to RSVP

It’s not too late to register honorees ages 95 and up for this festive celebration! We’ll be gathering for brunch and a special musical celebration of the golden age of television on May 5 at Adat Shalom. Registration for honorees and for the event are live online at jslmi.org/OAB. Feel free to call Beth at 248-592-5062 for more information.

JSL HAPPENINGS

ALL THAT JAZZ (BAND)

Hechtman residents enjoyed a performance by the Bloomfield Hills High School Jazz Band at Temple Israel. These young men and women are terrific musicians, and the residents were impressed by their musical skills and energy. Residents look forward to returning to Temple Israel in the future for their monthly "Afternoon Concert Series.”

MEETING OF THE MINDS AT MEER

The Meer Resident Council of five residents gathers once per month. They meet to approve and discuss building issues, fundraisers, and activities. Administrator Marcia Mittelman reports on changes in the buildings. Life Enrichment Coordinator Myriam Cohen provides a report about the various programs that have taken place or are taking place in the future. Cohen said, “The Council empowers this group ensuring their voices are heard. They are decision makers for the building and take their roles seriously.”

BOUTIQUE

Get Your Warm Weather Gear! The sun is out. Come to the boutique for hats, tees and everything else you need to get out and enjoy it!

Bagels Anyone?

We are looking for volunteers to do a monthly Sunday morning bagel sale. Salt, sesame, pumpernickel, poppy seed, plain, or EVERYTHING!?

FRIDAY FUNNY